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Slapton Ley National Nature Reserve

The largest freshwater lake in South Devon, Slapton Ley Nature Reserve is a unique wetland lying in an equally unusual setting. The 180 acre reserve is separated from the sea by a shingle bar providing a range of freshwater habitats supporting diverse flora and fauna. Birdwatchers will spot geese, grebe, Cetti's Warbler, Reed Warbler, osprey, bittern, buntings, swans, purple herons as well as other migrating birds. Slapton Ley National Nature Reserve is also home to some 2,000 varieties of fungi, 450 flower species while animals such as dormice, otters and badgers can also be spotted. A veritable delight for birdwatchers, naturalists and walkers, Slapton Ley National Nature Reserve is a designated Site of Scientific Interest with ongoing courses and studies held at the Slapton Ley Field Centre. Visitors will finds designated footpaths as well as two bird hides (one of these has disabled access).

Location
Address: Slapton Ley Field Centre
Postcode: TQ72QP [Street Map]
Town/City: Torcross
County: Devon
Phone: (01548) 580466

Website: http://www.slnnr.org.uk/

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